Gallery 3
Abstracts by Beja
About
The "Splatter" Series THE BRUSHLESS SERIES This technique evolved while I was experimenting, or "playing" as I like to call it, during the rehabilitation period following an auto accident. I was unable to function in my normal activities for a period of time, and found it extremely theraputic to play around with "what if" scenarios. I spent many hours in my studio, day after day, giving myself this freedom. A very exciting thing happened when I poured a single line of Unbleached Titanium over a background of black gesso. The freedom of movement in this action so inspired my creative spirit that I simply had to keep applying more lines over lines and colors over colors. The resulting "Night Music I" sat around for a long time before I had the courage to call it finished and show it. Much to my delight, it received a good critique at one of my art group programs, and has become a favorite of mine. Night Music I, Acrylic on w/c board, 20" x 30" So named because the image spoke to me of the night sky with stars twinkling, viewed thru trees stirred by a soft breeze. The movement of fireflies adds an element to this Night Music created by nature. Here, the addition of metallic gold added interest to the illusion of starlight. Song of Spring, Acrylic on w/c board, 20" x 30" As I worked on this piece, the lines took on a more vertical feel,suggesting reaching or growing (symbolic of the spirit searching for new heights), just as in the spring, life is renewed through the left over snows of winter.